The Little Preacher
1774
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1774
chalk
From the collection of National Gallery of Art
You see a young boy standing on a chair, preaching to others in a simple room. The boy's expression is serious, and his body language shows confidence. This scene is interesting because it shows a moment of everyday life, and the way the boy is standing on a chair to preach suggests he's trying to be seen and heard. Look up the technique of chiaroscuro to learn more about how artists like Fragonard use light and dark to create depth in their work.
